Security Misconfiguration in NETGEAR Routers Impacting User Privacy
CVE-2021-45643

8.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Netgear
Status
R6400v2 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 December 2021

Summary

Certain NETGEAR devices suffer from security misconfiguration issues that can expose users to potential threats. This vulnerability impacts the R6400v2, R6700v3, and XR1000 models when they are running versions before specified updates. Users are advised to ensure their devices are updated to maintain optimal security and privacy.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000064159/Security-Advisory-for-Se...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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